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How does the orthodox church separate the people from the priest?
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∙ 12y ago
By the icon screen (or iconostasis) which separates the main body of the church, the Nave (representing the people on earth) from the holy of holies, the Altar (representing heaven). The icon screen also has a curtain which represents the curtain that was in the Temple in Jerusalem.
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What is a vicar in the church?
A vicar in the church is a member of the clergy who is in charge of a particular parish or church. They are responsible for leading worship services, providing pastoral care to the congregation, and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the church.
Who leads the prayers in an Eastern Orthodox Church?
These are led by the priest in Church. Lay people do not lead prayers in Church. In some instances, such as during Vigil services, the priest will start the prayers, and then lay people continue to read them. But where a priest is present with lay people, only he can lead the prayers.
In an Orthodox Church why does the priest take the bread and wine before offering it to people?
it is tradition which might not be backed by the bible
Is the person in charge of a Greek Orthodox church called a priest or a pastor or something else?
He is the Priest.
Is Coptic orthodox in union with antiochean orthodox church?
No. At least not fully. You need to talk about individual cases with your priest
How do you convert to the Eastern Orthodox church?
The Orthodox Church welcomes people of all backgrounds who wish to become members of the Eastern Orthodox Church. You do not need to be Greek and you do not need to speak Greek to become an Orthodox Christian. You will need to speak to an Orthodox priest or bishop first, and then they will advise you about the procedures and whether a period of catechism (instruction in the Faith) is required before a baptism can take place. You should telephone and then visit an Orthodox church to begin the process.
How do you join an orthodox church?
By first discussing the matter with an Eastern Orthodox priest or bishop. Then you may need to receive instructions in the beliefs of the Orthodox Church, and later you may need to be Baptized/Chrismated into the Faith.
Is confession in The Orthodox Church confidential?
Yes, as only the priest and God hear the confessions.
What is an archpriest?
An archpriest is a rank given to a married priest in the Eastern Orthodox Church, or an honorific title bestowed upon a priest with a specific function in the Roman Catholic church.
How can you become an orthodox christian?
The Orthodox Church welcomes people of all backgrounds who wish to become members of the Eastern Orthodox Church. You do not need to be Greek and you do not need to speak Greek to become an Orthodox Christian. You will need to speak to an Orthodox priest or bishop first, and then they will advise you about the procedures and whether a period of catechism (instruction in the Faith) is required before a baptism can take place. You should telephone and then visit an Orthodox church to begin the process.
What are the steps in converting to a greek orthodox?
The Orthodox Church welcomes people of all backgrounds who wish to become members of the Eastern Orthodox Church. You do not need to be Greek and you do not need to speak Greek to become an Orthodox Christian. You will need to speak to an Orthodox priest or bishop first, and then they will advise you about the procedures and whether a period of catechism (instruction in the Faith) is required before a baptism can take place. You should telephone and then visit an Orthodox church to begin the process.
What is the stick that priests use in an orthodox church called?
A pole. Actually, it is called a staff. As a priest is a shepherd to his flock. It is not used by parish priests in the Orthodox Church , only by Bishops or other hierarchy.
